Instant sterilization device for astragalus beverage

Abstract

The utility model discloses a kind of instant sterilization devices of astragalus beverage, belong to astragalus beverage processing technical field, including processing cylinder, spiral pipe is fixedly attached on the inner side wall of processing cylinder, the both ends of spiral pipe are respectively communicated with input pipe and output pipe, the inside of processing cylinder is provided with jet flow subassembly, the bottom of processing cylinder is provided with steam input pipe, the outside of jet flow subassembly is provided with adjusting assembly;The utility model is dispersed by jet flow subassembly and synchronously evenly sprayed to the all side walls of spiral pipe with steam flow, to heat the astragalus beverage of different positions in spiral pipe with high heat content synchronously, greatly reduce the phenomenon that astragalus beverage is not heated evenly, to effectively improve astragalus beverage overall heating efficiency, the size of steam flow that the adjusting assembly set can be adjusted jet flow subassembly sprays, so that different batches of astragalus beverage can reach the better sterilization temperature requirement, reach the better sterilization effect.

Description

Technical Field

[0001] This utility model relates to the field of astragalus beverage processing technology, and in particular to an instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages. Background Technology

[0002] Astragalus beverage is a functional health drink made primarily from the traditional Chinese medicinal herb astragalus, refined using modern food processing techniques. It is made from carefully selected high-quality astragalus roots and stems, and through a scientific extraction process, it fully preserves active ingredients such as astragaloside A, polysaccharides, and amino acids. The product has a natural pale yellow color and a unique sweet flavor. This beverage inherits the traditional Chinese medicine health benefits of astragalus, including tonifying qi, strengthening the body's defenses, and enhancing immunity, while also improving the taste of traditional Chinese medicine decoctions through innovative formulation. It can be consumed immediately after opening.

[0003] In existing technologies, the sterilization of astragalus beverages containing particles generally employs a tubular heat exchanger structure, the core of which is a concentric tube structure. This structure consists of an inner tube and an outer tube: the inner tube transports the beverage containing astragalus particles, while the outer ring cavity is filled with saturated steam at 140-150℃ as the heating medium. During operation, the astragalus beverage flows through the inner tube, and the steam in the outer ring conducts heat through the tube wall, heating the beverage to a high temperature of over 130℃ in a short time for sterilization. However, during the flow of steam in the outer ring cavity, the heat in the steam gradually decreases along the tube side. This temperature gradient causes thermal non-uniformity in the beverage along the pipe axis, resulting in uneven heating. Local areas may experience overheating, leading to the degradation of effective components such as astragaloside A, while relatively low-temperature areas are difficult to achieve good sterilization. Furthermore, this method is not suitable for correspondingly adjusting the sterilization of astragalus beverages with different solid contents and viscosities, affecting its usability.

[0004] Therefore, it is necessary to provide an instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages to solve the above-mentioned technical problems. Utility Model Content

[0005] The purpose of this invention is to provide an instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages to solve the problems mentioned in the background art.

[0006] To achieve the above objectives, the present invention provides the following solution to the aforementioned technical problems: an instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages, comprising a processing cylinder, a spiral tube fixedly attached to the inner wall of the processing cylinder, an input pipe and an output pipe respectively connected to both ends of the spiral tube, a jet assembly for uniformly spraying steam gas flow inside the processing cylinder, a steam input pipe connected to the inside of the jet assembly at the bottom of the processing cylinder, and an adjustment component for regulating the steam gas flow outside the jet assembly.

[0007] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the jet assembly includes a central tube fixed at the center of the bottom side wall of the processing cylinder, a steam input pipe connected to the bottom end of the central tube and communicating with the interior of the central tube, a plurality of equally spaced circular plates fixed on the outer side wall of the central tube, a cavity communicating with the interior of the central tube being opened inside the circular plates, and a plurality of jet nozzles communicating with the cavity being opened on the cylindrical side of the circular plates.

[0008] As a further embodiment of this utility model, the adjustment component includes a side plate that is fitted to the side of the circular plate column. Multiple side plates are provided, and multiple side plates are corresponding to multiple circular plates. An adjustment port corresponding to the air jet is opened on the side of the side plate.

[0009] As a further embodiment of this utility model, multiple connecting rods are fixed between two adjacent side plates.

[0010] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a top plate is fixed on the top of the topmost side plate, and an outer sleeve is fixed at the center of the top plate and fitted onto the outer surface of the central tube. A locking bolt is threaded onto the side wall of the outer sleeve, and the screw end of the locking bolt contacts the side of the central tube.

[0011] As a further embodiment of this utility model, an indicator protrusion a is provided on the top surface of the outer sleeve, and an indicator protrusion b that cooperates with the indicator protrusion a is provided on the top surface of the central tube.

[0012] As a further embodiment of this utility model, two symmetrically distributed handle rods are fixed on the outer side wall of the outer sleeve, and a rubber sleeve is fitted onto the side of the handle rod.

[0013] As a further embodiment of this utility model, a cover plate is hinged to the top opening of the processing cylinder, a handle is fixed to the outer side wall of the cover plate, and multiple support rods are fixed to the bottom end of the processing cylinder, with a base plate fixed to the bottom end of the multiple support rods.

[0014] Compared with the prior art, the beneficial effects of this utility model are:

[0015] 1. During the spiral flow of Astragalus beverage inside the spiral tube, steam is delivered to the spray assembly through the steam input pipe. The spray assembly then disperses the steam flow and sprays it evenly onto all side walls of the spiral tube. This allows the Astragalus beverage at different locations within the spiral tube to be heated synchronously by the high-heat steam. This ensures that the Astragalus beverage absorbs the same amount of heat per unit time, greatly reducing uneven heating and effectively improving the overall heating efficiency of the Astragalus beverage, thereby enhancing its instantaneous sterilization effect.

[0016] 2. The size of the steam flow emitted by the jet assembly can be adjusted by the set adjustment components. The optimal steam flow rate can be matched in real time according to the viscosity and solid content of the astragalus beverage, so that different batches of astragalus beverage can reach the best sterilization temperature requirements and achieve the best sterilization effect, effectively improving the applicability of the overall device and improving its overall practicality. Attached Figure Description

[0017] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the accompanying drawings and embodiments:

[0018] Figure 1 This is a three-dimensional view of the overall structure of this utility model;

[0019] Figure 2 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the processing cylinder of this utility model. Figure 1 ;

[0020] Figure 3 This is a partial structural diagram of the adjustment component of this utility model;

[0021] Figure 4 This is a cross-sectional view of the jet assembly of this utility model;

[0022] Figure 5 for Figure 4 Enlarged view of the structure at point B in the middle;

[0023] Figure 6 This is a schematic diagram of the internal structure of the processing cylinder of this utility model. Figure 2 ;

[0024] Figure 7 for Figure 6 Enlarged view of the structure at point A in the middle.

[0025] The attached diagram lists the components represented by each number as follows:

[0026] 1. Jet assembly; 101. Central tube; 102. Circular plate; 103. Cavity; 104. Jet nozzle; 2. Adjustment assembly; 201. Side plate; 202. Adjustment port; 203. Connecting rod; 204. Outer sleeve; 205. Handle rod; 206. Locking bolt; 207. Indicator ridge a; 208. Indicator ridge b; 209. Top plate; 3. Processing cylinder; 4. Cover plate; 5. Handle; 6. Output pipe; 7. Input pipe; 8. Steam input pipe; 9. Support leg rod; 10. Base plate; 11. Spiral tube. Detailed Implementation

[0027] The present invention will be further described below with reference to the embodiments.

[0028] Please see Figure 1-7This utility model provides an instant sterilization device for astragalus beverage, including a processing cylinder 3. A spiral tube 11 is attached and fixed to the inner wall of the processing cylinder 3. The two ends of the spiral tube 11 are respectively connected to an input pipe 7 and an output pipe 6. A jet assembly 1 for uniformly spraying steam is arranged inside the processing cylinder 3. A steam input pipe 8 connected to the inside of the jet assembly 1 is arranged at the bottom of the processing cylinder 3. An adjustment assembly 2 for regulating the steam flow is arranged outside the jet assembly 1. In use, the astragalus beverage is transported into the spiral tube 11 through the input pipe 7. After flowing through the spiral path in the spiral tube 11, the astragalus beverage is discharged through the output pipe 6. The steam input pipe 8 is connected to the output end of a steam generator. During the spiral flow of the astragalus beverage inside the spiral tube 11, the steam is transported into the jet assembly 1 through the steam input pipe 8 and discharged through the jet assembly. Component 1 disperses and synchronously and evenly sprays steam onto all sidewalls of the spiral tube 11, thereby synchronously heating the astragalus beverage flowing at different locations within the spiral tube 11 with high-heat steam. This ensures that the astragalus beverage absorbs the same amount of steam heat per unit time, greatly reducing uneven heating and effectively improving the overall heating efficiency of the astragalus beverage. Consequently, it enhances the instantaneous sterilization effect of the astragalus beverage. The adjustable component 2 can adjust the size of the steam flow emitted by the spray component 1, matching the optimal steam flow rate in real time according to the viscosity of the astragalus beverage (50-500 cP) and solid content (5-15%). This ensures that different batches of astragalus beverage can reach the optimal sterilization temperature and achieve the best sterilization effect, effectively improving the applicability and practicality of the overall device.

[0029] Further as Figure 2 , Figure 3 and Figure 4As shown, it is worth noting that the jet assembly 1 includes a central pipe 101 fixed at the center of the bottom side wall of the processing cylinder 3. A steam input pipe 8 is connected to the bottom end of the central pipe 101 and is configured to communicate with the interior of the central pipe 101. Multiple equally spaced circular plates 102 are fixed on the outer side wall of the central pipe 101. A cavity 103 communicating with the interior of the central pipe 101 is opened inside the circular plate 102. Multiple jet nozzles 104 communicating with the cavity 103 are opened on the cylindrical side of the circular plate 102. During the spiral path transportation and flow of the astragalus beverage inside the spiral tube 11, the steam is introduced through the steam input pipe 8. The steam is delivered into the central tube 101 and then distributed into multiple circular plates 102. Multiple nozzles 104 on the circular plates 102 at different heights disperse the steam flow evenly onto all sidewalls of the spiral tube 11. This allows the high-heat steam to simultaneously heat the astragalus beverage flowing through different locations within the spiral tube 11, ensuring that all astragalus beverages within the spiral tube 11 absorb the same amount of heat per unit time. This significantly reduces uneven heating of the astragalus beverage, effectively improving the overall heating efficiency and, consequently, the instantaneous sterilization effect.

[0030] Further as Figure 2 , Figure 5 , Figure 6 and Figure 7 As shown, it is worth noting that the adjustment component 2 includes a side plate 201 that is fitted to the side of the circular plate 102. Multiple side plates 201 are provided, each corresponding to a different circular plate 102. An adjustment port 202 corresponding to the jet nozzle 104 is opened on the side of the side plate 201. When sterilizing different batches of astragalus beverage, rotating the adjustment side plate 201 causes the adjustment port 202 and the jet nozzle 104 to be misaligned to varying degrees, thereby adjusting the flow diameter of the jet nozzle 104. Combined with the synchronous adjustment of the steam pressure output by the steam generator, the size of the steam flow from the jet nozzle 104 can be adjusted. The optimal steam flow rate can be matched in real time according to the viscosity (50-500 cP) and solid content (5-15%) of the astragalus beverage, ensuring that different batches of astragalus beverage can achieve the best sterilization temperature and sterilization effect, effectively improving the overall applicability and practicality of the device.

[0031] Further as Figure 3 As shown, it is worth noting that multiple connecting rods 203 are fixed between each pair of adjacent side plates 201; during operation, the multiple side plates 201 are synchronously rotated and adjusted through the connecting rods 203.

[0032] Further as Figure 6 and Figure 7As shown, it is worth noting that a top plate 209 is fixed to the top of the topmost side plate 201. An outer sleeve 204 is fixed to the center of the top plate 209 and is fitted onto the outer surface of the central tube 101. A locking bolt 206 is threaded onto the side wall of the outer sleeve 204, and the screw end of the locking bolt 206 contacts the side of the central tube 101. When rotating the side plate 201, the locking bolt 206 is loosened. By rotating the outer sleeve 204, the outer sleeve 204 drives the top plate 209 to rotate synchronously for adjustment, thereby realizing the rotation adjustment of the side plate 201. By tightening the locking bolt 206, multiple side plates 201 are locked synchronously.

[0033] This solution includes the following working process: Astragalus beverage is transported into the spiral tube 11 through the input pipe 7. After flowing through the spiral path within the spiral tube 11, the beverage is discharged through the output pipe 6. During the spiral flow of the beverage within the spiral tube 11, steam is transported to the central tube 101 through the steam input pipe 8 and then distributed to multiple circular plates 102. The steam is then evenly sprayed onto all sidewalls of the spiral tube 11 through multiple nozzles 104 at different heights on the circular plates 102. This allows for simultaneous heating of the astragalus beverage at different locations within the spiral tube 11 using high-heat steam, ensuring the smooth operation of the spiral tube. The Astragalus beverage in all its positions within the flow chamber absorbs the same amount of steam heat per unit time, improving the overall heating efficiency and instantaneous sterilization effect. When sterilizing different batches of Astragalus beverage, rotating the adjusting side plate 201 causes the adjusting port 202 and the jet nozzle 104 to be misaligned to varying degrees, thereby adjusting the flow diameter of the jet nozzle 104. Combined with the synchronous adjustment of the steam pressure output by the steam generator, the size of the steam flow from the jet nozzle 104 can be adjusted. The optimal steam flow rate can be matched in real time according to the viscosity and solid content of the Astragalus beverage, ensuring that different batches of Astragalus beverage can achieve the best sterilization temperature requirements.

[0034] Further as Figure 7 As shown, it is worth noting that an indicator protrusion a207 is provided on the top surface of the outer sleeve 204, and an indicator protrusion b208 that cooperates with the indicator protrusion a207 is provided on the top surface of the central tube 101. In actual operation, the indicator protrusion a207 and the indicator protrusion b208 cooperate to indicate the degree of rotation adjustment of the side plate 201, that is, to indicate the degree of adjustment of the flow diameter of the jet nozzle 104, which is convenient for use.

[0035] Further as Figure 7As shown, it is worth noting that two symmetrically distributed handle rods 205 are fixed on the outer side wall of the outer sleeve 204, and rubber sleeves are fitted on the sides of the handle rods 205; in actual operation, the two handle rods 205 can be used to easily rotate and adjust the side plate 201, making operation convenient.

[0036] Further as Figure 1 and Figure 6 As shown, it is worth noting that a cover plate 4 is hinged to the top opening of the processing cylinder 3, a handle 5 is fixed to the outer side wall of the cover plate 4, and multiple support rods 9 are fixed to the bottom end of the processing cylinder 3. The bottom ends of the multiple support rods 9 are all fixed to a base plate 10.

[0037] In summary: The jet assembly 1 disperses and synchronously and evenly sprays steam onto all sidewalls of the spiral tube 11, thereby simultaneously heating the astragalus beverage flowing at different locations within the spiral tube 11 with high-heat steam. This ensures that the astragalus beverage absorbs the same amount of steam heat per unit time, greatly reducing uneven heating and effectively improving the overall heating efficiency of the astragalus beverage. Consequently, it enhances the instantaneous sterilization effect. The adjustable assembly 2 can regulate the size of the steam jet from the jet assembly 1, allowing for real-time matching of the optimal steam flow rate based on the viscosity and solids content of the astragalus beverage. This ensures that different batches of astragalus beverage can achieve the best sterilization temperature and sterilization effect, effectively expanding the applicability and practicality of the overall device.

Claims

1. A device for instant sterilization of astragalus beverage, comprising a processing cylinder, characterized in that, A spiral tube is attached and fixed to the inner wall of the processing cylinder. The two ends of the spiral tube are respectively connected to an input pipe and an output pipe. A jet assembly that uniformly sprays steam is provided inside the processing cylinder. A steam input pipe that communicates with the inside of the jet assembly is provided at the bottom of the processing cylinder. An adjustment component that regulates the steam flow is provided outside the jet assembly.

2. The instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages according to claim 1, characterized in that, The jet assembly includes a central tube fixed at the center of the bottom side wall of the processing cylinder. The steam input pipe is connected to the bottom of the central tube and is connected to the interior of the central tube. Multiple circular plates are fixed on the outer side wall of the central tube at equal intervals. The interior of each circular plate is provided with a cavity that communicates with the interior of the central tube. Multiple jet nozzles that communicate with the cavity are provided on the cylindrical side of each circular plate.

3. The instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages according to claim 2, characterized in that, The adjustment assembly includes a side plate that is fitted to the side of the circular plate column. Multiple side plates are provided, and multiple side plates are corresponding to multiple circular plates. An adjustment port corresponding to the air jet is opened on the side of the side plate.

4. The instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages according to claim 3, characterized in that, Multiple connecting rods are fixed between each pair of adjacent side plates.

5. The instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages according to claim 4, characterized in that, A top plate is fixed to the top of the side plate at the very top. An outer sleeve is fixed to the center of the top plate and fitted onto the outer side of the central tube. A locking bolt is threaded onto the side wall of the outer sleeve, and the screw end of the locking bolt contacts the side of the central tube.

6. The instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages according to claim 5, characterized in that, The top surface of the outer sleeve is provided with an indicator protrusion a, and the top surface of the central tube is provided with an indicator protrusion b that cooperates with the indicator protrusion a.

7. The instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages according to claim 5, characterized in that, Two symmetrically distributed grip rods are fixed on the outer side wall of the outer sleeve, and rubber sleeves are fitted on the sides of the grip rods.

8. The instant sterilization device for astragalus beverages according to claim 1, characterized in that, A cover plate is hinged to the top opening of the processing cylinder, and a handle is fixed to the outer side wall of the cover plate. Multiple support legs are fixed to the bottom end of the processing cylinder, and a base plate is fixed to the bottom end of the multiple support legs.

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